Bookish: Gatherings (5#) -

Chauncey Mabe, our local Book Blogger Pro, has uncovered a little-known, but highly regarded, Yiddish writer and a "ferocious" literary feud. Chaim Grade: overdue for recognition.

# A new Sci-Fi Canadian story collection includes pieces by William Gibson and Douglas Coupland. Darwin's Bastards is reviewed by Sasha Watson for LAT.

# David Mekelburg ponders the pros and
cons of living in an age-segregated neighborhood.

# Book Expo America starts in NYC.

# And the Guardian Hay Festival starts Thursday.

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